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The Roadmap for Fair Maps in 2030

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The Roadmap for Fair Maps in 2030

The Roadmap for Fair Maps in 2030 provides a detailed summary of the conclusions from the first ever convening of people-led redistricting commissioners from across the country.
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Democracy Candidate Survey 2024

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Democracy Candidate Survey 2024

An educational survey of candidates in New Mexico on pro-democracy issues was conducted by Common Cause New Mexico, New Mexico Open Elections, Fair Districts for New Mexico, and New Mexico First.

CCNM 2022 Polling Report

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CCNM 2022 Polling Report

The results of our annual survey with Research & Polling show appetite for more professional legislature and better disclosure.

PRISON GERRYMANDERING IN NEW MEXICO

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PRISON GERRYMANDERING IN NEW MEXICO

The Supreme Court requires state- and local governments to update their electoral districts once per
decade to ensure that each district contains the same population, which gives each resident equal
representation in government. However, the U.S. Census Bureau counts people where they are
incarcerated, not where they are from, so when jurisdictions rely on raw Census data which does not
reflect their real populations, democracy suffers.

Native Voter Survey and Report

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Native Voter Survey and Report

Common Cause New Mexico released a report examining Native American voter participation in the 2020 Primary, as well as in elections of 2012 and 2016. The report was based on information from the New Mexico Secretary of State’s office and an informal survey of Native American voters throughout New Mexico conducted in July and August 2020.

2019 Polling Results

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2019 Polling Results

Public support for democracy reforms is growing, with more New Mexicans in favor of campaign finance disclosure, lobbyist regulations and providing a salary to legislators.

Model City Council

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Model City Council

This is a curriculum program with lessons and resources for educators who want to engage students in learning civics and government topics.

2018 Polling Results

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2018 Polling Results

Common Cause New Mexico finds support for a paid state legislature and a longer legislative session.

Crony Capitalism Report

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Crony Capitalism Report

CRONY CAPITALISM, CORRUPTION AND THE ECONOMY IN THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO

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